Skoda workers have won a 12% pay rise. They had threatened industrial action if their claim was not met to meet rising living costs and falling unemployment. Western European car sales slipped six percent in March. The UK, Germany and Italy all suffered steep declines offset by slight improvements in France and Spain. Mercedes-Benz Cars UK has … [Read more...]
Newslines 23 March
Skoda has joined Aston Martin and withdrawn from the UK’s Vehicle Certification Agency. Uncertainty over post-Brexit testing legislation means the two car makers are the first to get EU approval from Continental testers. Ford will put a showroom in the Next store in Manchester Arndale Centre. It will display five cars and handle demonstrations while … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI 190PS 4×4 7st
The Skoda Kodiaq marked a turning point for the Czech subsidiary of VW as it launched into the burgeoning SUV sector. From its introduction in 2017 the five and seven seat Kodiaq has picked up numerous awards and was followed with a smaller Karoq SUV, which has also been highly praised. It seems as if Europe and its discriminating drivers have suddenly … [Read more...]
Newslines 16 February
The new Audi A7 Sportback is available to order for April delivery from £54,940. The four models have the latest styling , enhanced electronics and infotainment, mild hybrid powertrain in Sport or S Line trims and choice of 3.0 litre petrol or diesel engines. Passengers across Wales can now benefit from free Wi-Fi on all Arriva Trains Wales thanks to … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Skoda Karoq SE L 1.5 TSI 150hp
With the arrival of so many new SUVs, Crossovers and 4x4s it easy to be confused on which is the best and most suitable model to buy, writes David Miles. One thing for sure is that the availability of such vehicles has grown out of all traditional proportions as manufacturers chase sales. The mid-sized SUV sector has grown faster than the … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Skoda Rapid Spaceback
The updated Skoda Rapid and Rapid Spaceback models were revealed at the Geneva Motor Show in March and are now established within the popular Skoda extensive range of models. Where the Rapid and Rapid Spaceback sit in the line-up needs some explanation. They are both positioned between the Fabia B-segment supermini hatchback/estate models and the … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Skoda Fabia Redline 1.0TSI
Although the demand for compact SUVs is high, the similar sized but less tall supermini hatchbacks are still the UK’s best selling new cars with the Ford Fiesta supermini range still leading the way as Britain’s most popular new car. One of the Fiesta’s rivals is the not so new but cheaper and very popular Skoda Fabia. Other competitors are the … [Read more...]
Wyedean Rally Rings the Changes
Entries are now open for the Winners Garage Skoda Wyedean Stages Rally with organisers promising competitors something a little different. The event, organised by Forest of Dean Motor Club, takes place on 11 November with three of the four forests used not having featured on the Wyedean Rally for a number of years. The event will be based in … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Skoda Citigo 1.0MPI 60ps Colour Edition
Skoda’s baby car has been reborn and it’s a charmer. The compact city car first appeared as part of the VW Group line up in 2011 but this summer underwent a facelift to front and back, inside was revised and re-equipped and it has the latest clean engine technology underfoot. The Skoda Citigo is the baby of the family but still grows to about 20 models … [Read more...]
Wyedean Stages promises new thrills and challenges
Entries opened for the Winners Garage Skoda Wyedean Stages Rally with organisers promising competitors something a little different. The event, organised by Forest of Dean Motor Club, takes place on 11 November with three of the four forests used not having featured on the Wyedean Rally for a number of years. The event will be based in Mitcheldean once … [Read more...]
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